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BN05 MFJ

2005 BMW X3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

62,918 mi
Last recorded62,918 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 MFJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 62,918 miles
Fail 22 May 2026 62,918 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 May 2025 62,729 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 62,209 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 61,130 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 58,718 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 58,718 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed n/s o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2020 58,683 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 58,103 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 58,103 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 55,202 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 52,962 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 50,503 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 47,636 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 44,183 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 40,497 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 35,912 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 35,912 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 30,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

side wall on both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 1 Nov 2010 26,013 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 26,013 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

all 4 tyres are showing signs of age related cracking and will require replacement shortly

Pass 9 Nov 2009 22,768 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 18,679 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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BN05 MFJ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 90,285 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN05 MFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN05 MFJ registered?

BN05 MFJ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is BN05 MFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 MFJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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